Sustainability — Paper Options Not Clear Cut

One point of difference is the acreage of forest certified by each group as managed in a responsible and sustainable manner, with SFI claiming the lead. Depending on one’s perspective, the critical difference may be the makeup of the stakeholders driving each program. The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) took the lead in the SFI and has made participation a requirement of membership in the association. Environmental stakeholders have had a prominent role in the SFC.